SEO & SOCIAL MEDIA MARKETING
We are seeking interns to serve on our Marketing team who share our passion for technology, education, and entrepreneurship. It is a 40 hour commitment per month initially and a ground-floor opportunity to help build something worthwhile.
You will help drive our marketing team's organic search engine optimization (SEO) and social media efforts. You'll learn about the competitive, fast-growing search engine industry and gain valuable Internet marketing skills you can use in almost any job.
RESPONSIBILITIES WILL INCLUDE:
Support in content creation and curating
Support in SEO planning and research
Posting on Facebook, Twitter & Other Social Media Sites
Link building activities including blogger/journalist outreach
SEO development Activities
Special Projects assigned by Senior Management
Contribution in completing our Marketing plan
Conduct research to keep blogs and posts interesting, informative and interactive
Responds to posts or comments to bring value to company
Think strategically and provides creative solutions
Build relationships with specific partners at all levels -- from interns to academic and administrative leadership
Participate in Company Wide Professional Development initiatives
QUALIFICATIONS
Have experience or coursework in marketing and/or web technology.
Be technology literate. Tech geeks welcome!
Be a fast learner with a good attitude.
Knowledge of SEO/PPC, web copywriting best practices, web marketing and social media (Twitter/Facebook/LinkedIn) is a big plus.
Must have in depth knowledge of social media marketing and advertising
Experience with social media sites, specifically Facebook, Twitter, Instagram (additional knowledge of other channels a plus)
Excellent verbal and written skills
Degree or currently majoring in Communications, Public Relations, Digital Media, Marketing, Advertising, or similar background
Strong research ability, to find new content to share
Ability to produce and progress an agenda autonomously, without frequent direction or check-ins
Interest in educational technologies, innovative business models, and digitization of education a plus
WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR:
Outgoing and enthusiastic personality
Excellent communication skills
Self-starter, ability to work well with others or independently
Knowledge of Google for work suite, Microsoft office suite
Detail-oriented person
At least 6 months of Social Media Marketing experience
Bachelor’s degree or proof of current enrollment required.
Ability to produce and progress an agenda autonomously, without frequent direction or check-ins
Interest in educational technologies, innovative business models, and digitization of education a plus
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Our internships are focused on education development, 21st-century skill mastery, leadership development, and analytical thinking. Interns are challenged to add value to projects and are encouraged to take risks, and think outside of the box. Our interns do not serve as assistants, work on projects that directly generate revenue for the organization, and do not displace regular employees.